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Ski Tour Rimpfischhorn

The Rimpfischhorn is a varied skitour - starting as an easy ski ascent and with a steep climb through the summit rocks to finish. The descent from the Rimpfischhorn down to Saas Almagell is very rewarding. Almost 2500 metres in altitude difference awaits, with a few ingenious passages. To ensure this skitour is a success, we start with an introductory tour to the Allalinhorn. This will give us a chance to acclimatize and will make us feel much better on the Rimpfischhorn: allowing us enjoy the climb to the summit of the Rimpfischhorn to its fullest.

Quick Facts

 Ski Tour to 2 4000m Peaks above Saas-Fee
 2 Days
 Experience Level: Competent
 Fitness Level: Sporty
 Overnight stay at the Birtannia hut included
 Summit Certificate

1195 CHF 부터

1195 CHF 부터

Tour Details

Private Tour

1 person CHF 2195
2 people CHF 1195 per person

 

Day Elevation + Elevation - Kilometers Walking time
1 750m 1150m 7.5km approx. 5-6 hours
2 1300m 2650m 21km approx. 5-6 hours + hut descent

 

Day 1: Summit ski tour to the Allalinhorn 4027 m

After meeting at the bus stop in Saas Fee, we will head over to the cable car station and take the cable car, then the Metro Alpin, to the Mittelallalin 3457m. From here you will already be able to see the summit, but it's a way to go yet. From here we'll attach our skins and start the climb, starting out across the ski slope then later joining the glacier proper. One steep section in particular leads up towards the Feejoch, after this the terrain becomes more mellow, until the final short ascent to the summit. After a decent snack (when the weather is fair) and a good look at the panoramic views, we can tackle the descent, which leads down to Felskinn (middle cable car station). From Felskinn we will again don skins, and make the short, easy traverse over to the Britannia hut.

Day 2: Summit ski tour to the Rimpfischhorn 4199m

An early morning start. After a short descent, we'll begin the long, gentle ascent up the Allalingletscher. After a large flattening, the glacier leads us more steeply up to the Allalinpass 3556m. From here a steady, rising traverse leads round the north side of the mountain, beneath its buttresses, to the Rimpfischsattel 3989m. At the saddle we depot the skis, attach our crampons and enjoy an interesting snow and rock climb to the summit of the Rimpfischhorn 4199 m. After a hunk of bread and Swiss cheese, and a sip of tea, we'll descend back the way we came. From the Rimpfischsattel we will ski down, then back up to Allallinpass. Now an epic descent awaits: We will descend the Allalin glacier until its end, then continue on down the moraines and into the Allalin meadows. Then into the Saasa Vispa and through the Ärnisch forest to Saas Almagell. An excellent 1800m of descent! After a beer in Saas Almagell you can make your way home, tired but happy.

Season March - May
Departures for private tours Private tours can be booked daily
Meeting point 8:00am Bus Terminal Saas-Fee

 

  • Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
  • His or her expenses
  • 1 night in bunk room with half-board
  • Tea for the next day
  • Summit Certificate

  • Your expenses
  • Snacks
  • Rental equipment
  • Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guides share)

Backpack

  • 25-30l

Clothing

  • Warm, functional clothing
  • Rain jacket
  • Rain pants
  • Mountaineering or hiking pants
  • Sunhat
  • Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
  • Beanie or headband
  • Extra underwear and socks
  • Thermal underwear 

Footwear

  • Ski touring boots or snowboard boots

The basics

  • Sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
  • Sunscreen lotion and lip balm (minimum factor 30, 50 better)
  • Thermos flask, drink bottle
  • Silk sleeping bag liner
  • Headlamp
  • Toiletries
  • SAC/DAV permit (if you have one)
  • GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
  • Earplugs (optional)
  • Camera and binoculars (optional)

Technical Equipment

  • Harness
  • Crampons with anti-snow plates
  • Ice axe
  • Ski touring skis or splitboard with skins and tele crampons
  • Ski poles (preferrably telescopic)
  • LVS (avalanche transceiver)
  • Avalanche probe
  • Avalanche shovel

 

General Information for Mountaineering School

Our team is here for you. If you have any questions, please contact us or visit us in our shop in Grindelwald. We are happy to help!

OUTDOOR - Mountaineering School Grindelwald

Dorfstrasse 103
3818 Grindelwald
Switzerland

0041 (0)33 224 07 01

info(at)outdoor.ch

Trip status for group courses

1-2 days before your tour or course we will review the weather forecast and conditions with the mountain guide to determine if we can operate. We will contact you by phone with an update.

Minimum of participants (group tours)

As soon as the minimum number of participants is reached, we will send you a confirmation by email.

Cancellation

If we have to cancel your tour, you have the option to reschedule to a new date, or you will receive a full refund.

Equipment

Please refer to the equipment list for your tour or course. At our shop in Grindelwald, you can purchase technical equipment, mountain clothing, shoes, and backpacks. We also have technical equipment available for rent.

Clothing

Choose functional clothing that is moisture-wicking and quick-drying. Dress in layers so you can easily react to temperature changes. The range at our shop in Grindelwald is tailored to mountain tours and our expert staff are happy to advise you on the best clothing for your tour or course.

Lunch

Lunch is not included in the offer. We recommend bringing bars, dried fruits, nuts, or a sandwich. The amount you will need to drink depends on your individual needs and the length of the tour. We recommend .75 -1.5 liters of water, warm tea, isotonic drinks, or whatever you prefer. We also recommend that you hydrate enough the day before, so your body is well prepared for the tour.

Huts

A mountain hut is not a hotel. Running water is not guaranteed and electricity is not available everywhere, so it is not always possible to charge batteries or phones. If you have special dietary needs, please inform us in advance so we can make arrangements with the hut.

Safety

Our tours and courses are led by IVBV certified mountain guides or mountain guide aspirants. We prioritise your safety by requiring regular training to ensure our guides have relevant, up to date knowledge. Outdoor is certified by the Swiss Council for Accident Prevention (BFU) and our safety and emergency concepts are audited by this organization annually.

General terms of contract

Our General Terms and Conditions apply. 

General Terms and Conditions

You don't own the equpiment needed? Rent it from us:

Winter rentals

Summer rentals

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